Distinguishing Characteristics: Dimples in cheeks,
pierced ears, mole on by right eye, mole above moustache on right
side of face, mole on right temple. Scar on left arm, previously fractured
right forearm, previously fractured foot, tonsils removed.
Ahren wore a mustache and goatee.

Clothing: Gray silky shirt, jeans and tan leather jacket.

Jewelry: "Movado" watch worn on right wrist, possibly
wearing a small hoop in each ear. Money clip.

AKA: Ahrens, Benjy and Benj

Case Number: DR 440-526

NCIC Number: M-494546087

Details of Disappearance
Ahren was last seen at approximately 7:00pm
at the McDonald's at Coal and Overland Road in Boise, Idaho.
He had just dropped his young son off for the evening with the child's
mother. Ahren had plans that evening and was going to pick up his son the next morning to continue their weekend visitation.

The following day, Ahren failed to call to arrange a pick up time
which was very unlike him. His last phone call was around 7:15.

Barnard's
family stated he is a dedicated father who would not have willingly
abandoned his children. He also left behind his dog, cat, passport, vehicle
(that was found in driveway) and all personal belongings.
Ahren lived in Boise for 33 years, has many friends and associates and owns his own home. He has strong ties to the community. All leads in this
case suggest possible foul play.